Maths and English Teacher

Job Introduction

Job Title: Teacher of English and Maths
Location: Education Department, HMP Forest Bank
Employer: Sodexo

About the Role

Sodexo is seeking a resilient and motivated Teacher of English and Maths to join the Education Department at HMP Forest Bank. This role is integral to delivering high-quality education that supports offenders’ rehabilitation and equips them with essential skills to reduce reoffending and increase employability.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach accredited and non-accredited English and Maths courses up to Level 2, including Functional Skills.

• Plan, develop, implement, and evaluate stimulating courses and learning activities tailored to learners’ needs.

• Deliver initial assessments and diagnostic testing to place learners appropriately and signpost them to relevant educational pathways.

• Challenge and motivate hard-to-reach and sometimes challenging learners, promoting positive behaviour and increased self-esteem through effective role modelling.

• Identify and respond to individual learning needs, including learners with SEND/Learning Difficulties and Disabilities (LDD), and develop suitable support plans.

• Collaborate with education and regime delivery teams to provide a broad and relevant educational programme.

• Maintain excellent quality assurance standards to meet OFSTED and internal inspection requirements.

• Ensure strict adherence to Prison Service and HMP Forest Bank security policies and procedures.

• Monitor and report on learner attendance, progress, achievement, and qualification outcomes.

• Participate actively in team meetings, course reviews, and continuous professional development initiatives.

Person Specification

Essential:

• PGCE or equivalent teaching qualification.

• Experience teaching Maths and English, with sound knowledge of Functional Skills.

• Understanding of SEND/Learning Difficulties and Disabilities (LDD).

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, adaptable to diverse learners.

• Flexible, responsive, and enthusiastic with a commitment to innovation and self-motivation.

• Passionate about offender rehabilitation and resettlement.

• Committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion principles.

Desirable:

• Experience working with challenging behaviours.

• Experience in a prison or secure environment.

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater.

You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. 

In addition, we offer 20+ Sodexo benefits such as Sodexo retirement plan, discounts to over 1,900 brands to shop online, Gym discount to maintain a healthy lifestyle, a confidential 24/7 employee assistance programme providing independent support to overcome whenever life has its obstacles including emotional support, legal and financial advice. 

For further details regarding our Sodexo benefits please see attached.  

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today! 

About The Company

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.

We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities, and we celebrate diversity. We’re an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be natural, and be the best versions of themselves. We recognise that we’re on a journey with regards to diversity and inclusion and would therefore welcome applications for candidates from underrepresented backgrounds.

We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.